NEW Hot Water System Laws from January 1 20101
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June 2010 Real Estate Excellence Industry Update
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Mid May 2010 Real Estate Excellence Industry Update
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When buying investment property, one of the important figures to look at is the net return on the money you’ve invested, also known as the net rental yield.
Investors should assess the net return and compare it to the average returns available on other properties when deciding whether to proceed.
Too low a return may mean that [...]
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Property investors who want to avoid any headaches caused by malicious or careless tenants should take four steps to help them sleep easy at night, according to Terri Scheer Insurance general manager Carolyn Majda.
1. Make your property attractive to good tenants
“A rental property that’s well presented and easy to maintain is more likely to [...]
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My property has been vacant for over 3 weeks now and I am told that we have a shortage of rentals in Brisbane. Why can’t my agent rent my property? Why do properties remain vacant?
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Q: I am considering selling my investment property, but I have a tenant on a lease until later this year. Am I allowed to sell my property while there is a tenant in it? Also, if I sell to an owner occupier and not to an investor, can I ask the tenant to move out?
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Q: I own some rental properties in Brisbane and when I renovate them, I generally put in halogen down or spot lights. My property manager has told me that it’s my responsibility to replace them if they’re too high or have a non-standard fitting. She says it’s a grey area. Can you clarify what the real situation is, as I’m getting annoyed at changing globes for tenants when it’s easy for them to do.
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Q: Is there a formula for Property Managers to calculate a compensation amount to charge a tenant for damage that can’t be repaired eg cut in laminate benchtop?
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